Ellis Sleep Center

04/13/2026

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03/27/2026

A team dedicated to helping patients finally sleep comfortably without the hassle of CPAP. At Ellis Sleep Center, we provide quiet, discreet solutions for obstructive sleep apnea so you can get the rest you deserve.

03/10/2026

Dr. Ellis recently spoke to a local hygiene study club about the importance of and how to screen for obstructive sleep apnea in patients.

Did you know Dr. Ellis is a Diplomate through the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine? ABDSM is the leading national testing organization for dentists who treat snoring and obstructive sleep apnea with oral appliance therapy. Earning Diplomate status from the ABDSM is an honor that recognizes special competency in dental sleep medicine. Currently, only 18 dentists (four of whom are women) in the entire state of Missouri hold the Diplomate designation. Dr. Ellis is the only female who holds this designation in St. Louis.

03/06/2026

We can’t let National Dentist Day go by without acknowledging everything Dr. Ellis and Dr. Fitzpatrick are doing to help people across the region sleep better.

02/14/2026

💔😴 Snoring might be the most unromantic Valentine’s Day surprise.

If your partner’s snoring is stealing sleep, patience, and peace, it may be more than just a bad habit. Sleep apnea can quietly strain relationships, and your health.

This Valentine’s Day, show some love by fixing the real problem ❤️ Read more 👇

In addition to hurting your love life, snoring also can harm your health. It is a tell-tale sign of obstructive sleep apnea, a serious disease that can increase the risk for significant health problems. Untreated sleep apnea can raise your risk for congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, hear

02/04/2026

The Ellis Sleep Center team recently attended the Transform Dental Sleep Symposium in Scottsdale. This weekend event delivered actionable ideas, practical tips, and forward-thinking approaches to sleep dentistry.

It’s important to Dr. Ellis that our patients receive the most up-to-date treatment and recommendations. Continuing education is one way we can be good partners for our patients.

02/04/2026

Proud moment for Ellis Sleep Center 💙 Dr. Holly Ellis was recently spotlighted in Kirkwood City Lifestyle Magazine as a leader in sleep health.

In the article, she explains why so many people struggle with sleep apnea, how effective treatment can transform daily life, and why her team offers free consultations to support patients every step of the way 👇

When Dr. Holly Ellis opened Ellis Dental in 2009, she expected to build a traditional dental practice rooted in relationships, preventive care, and a commitment to treating every patient as an individual. She didn’t anticipate that her work would eventually expand beyond teeth and gums—and into ...

01/21/2026

"CPAP is the most commonly prescribed treatment for sleep apnea, but according to the National Sleep Foundation, roughly 40 percent of adults say they’re hesitant to seek treatment out of concerns over sleeping with a CPAP machine. In addition, for those who have been prescribed CPAP treatment, a top reason for not following treatment is not having enough support. "

01/05/2026

Wow! What a great article in the January edition of Kirkwood City Lifestyle about how we help people sleep better!

Such an honor to be featured. Big thank yous to Erin for the fantastic write-up. 😁

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12/10/2025

'Tis the Season(ing)!

Ellis Sleep Center's sleep coordinator, Megan, took advantage of the warmer weather on Tuesday and “popped” by some of our referring offices to drop off a little holiday cheer!

Thanks to Kirkwood Pop Co. for the gourmet popcorn and for helping us deliver joy to these fine, hard-working groups.

12/02/2025

“We expected that having both insomnia and sleep apnea would worsen memory for everyone, but only older women showed this vulnerability. That was striking, especially because women typically outperform men on verbal memory tasks,” said lead author Breanna Holloway, who has a doctorate in clinical psychology and behavioral medicine and is a postdoctoral researcher at UC San Diego School of Medicine.

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11/25/2025

Researchers linked obstructive sleep apnea, a condition that causes temporary pauses in breathing during sleep, with Parkinson’s disease in a new study. But the researchers did find that treating sleep apnea with a CPAP machine was associated with a reduced likelihood of developing Parkinson’s.

Those with the sleep condition were more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease. But one treatment was found to help.